institute
//ˈɪnstɪtjuːt//
Noun
instituteSingular
institutesPlural
1
An organization established for a specific purpose, especially one dedicated to education, research, or a particular profession
She works at a research institute studying climate change.
2
A building or buildings housing such an organization
The institute is located on the university campus.
Verb
instituteInfinitive
institutesPresent tense
institutedPast tense
institutedPast participle
institutingPresent participle
institutesThird-person singular
1
To establish or start something, especially a system, policy, or legal proceeding
The government instituted new regulations to protect consumer rights.
2
To appoint someone to a position or office, especially in a formal or ceremonial manner
The bishop was instituted as the head of the diocese in a formal ceremony.